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Jack Charlton: Statue of World Cup winner unveiled in Ashington

A memorial to World Cup winner Jack Charlton has been unveiled in his home town in Northumberland.

The statue stands in Ashington's Hirst Park where he played as a youngster.

Charlton, part of England's triumphant 1966 football team which also included his bother Bobby, died in July 2020 aged 85 after being diagnosed with lymphoma.

Bill Doherty, Ashington Football Club chairman, described the statue as a fitting tribute.

He said: "All the town comes together for these footballing moments.

"Everyone knew who [the Charlton brothers] were. Jack used to visit Ashington often.